The Kohala Market Overview for September 2025 highlights the breathtaking region along the west coast of Hawaii’s Big Island. Known as “The Big Island” to distinguish it from the state itself, this unique destination offers a diverse array of communities and landscapes. The renowned Kohala Coast is divided into two distinct areas: 
North Kohala and South Kohala. North Kohala encompasses the island’s rural northern tip, featuring the charming towns of Hawi and Kapa’au, as well as the prestigious Kohala Ranch communities situated at its southern border.
South Kohala stretches just beyond Kohala Ranch and encompasses some of the island’s most prestigious destinations, including the world-class resorts of Mauna Kea, Mauna Lani, and Waikoloa Beach. This vibrant region also features Waikoloa Village, a charming community located just six miles inland from the coast, as well as Waimea, a picturesque town nestled in the lush Waimea Valley.
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Single-family home sales on the Kohala Coast saw a significant increase in September 2025 compared to the same month last year. A total of 28 homes sold this September, a sharp rise from just 3 sales in September 2024. 
This growth was reflected across both North and South Kohala.
In North Kohala, 8 homes changed hands, up from just one sale in September last year. South Kohala recorded 20 single-family home sales, a significant jump from just 2 the previous year. The condo market, by contrast, experienced a slight decline, with 14 units sold in September compared to 15 in 2024.
Year-to-date figures also remain ahead of last year’s pace. Across the Kohala Coast, 196 single-family homes have sold so far in 2025, compared to 169 by this time in 2024. South Kohala continues to lead in overall volume, with 141 homes sold this year, up from 121 last year. North Kohala also saw a modest increase, with 55 homes sold in 2025 versus 48 in 2024. 
Meanwhile, the condo market has softened, with 122 units sold year-to-date, down from 146 over the same period in 2024.
When it comes to prices, the September median sales figures presented a mixed picture. North Kohala’s median single-family home price experienced a dramatic rise, from $339,900 in September 2024 to $1,591,500 in September 2025. Such large swings can occur in small markets, where limited transactions can skew median values. South Kohala saw the opposite trend, with the median single-family home price decreasing from $1,082,500 last September to $897,500 this year. The condo market posted only a modest gain, with the median price inching up from $1,200,000 in 2024 to $1,237,500 in 2025.
Year-to-date median prices echoed these monthly shifts. North Kohala’s single-family median rose slightly by 1.52%, moving from $985,000 last year to $999,999 in 2025. The South Kohala condo market recorded a stronger increase, climbing 9.77% from $1,075,000 to $1,180,000. The only decline was seen in South Kohala single-family homes, where the median fell 7.51%, from $1,065,000 in 2024 to $985,000 this year.
Analysis: The Kohala Market Overview for September 2025 reveals that monthly sales in single-family homes increased significantly over September of last year. The year-to-date sales figures are also up over the 2024 figures, but despite the higher sales volume, the year-to-date median prices of single-family homes have been trending downwards for the last six months, while condos values, on the other hand, have been trending upwards.
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Kohala Market Overview for September 2025 Highlights
- No. of single-family homes sold in North Kohala – 8
- No. of single-family homes sold in South Kohala – 20
- No. of condo units sold in Kohala – 14
- YTD No. of single-family homes sold in North Kohala – 55
- YTD No. of single-family homes sold in South Kohala – 141
- YTD No. of condo units sold in Kohala – 122
- Median sales price of a single-family home in North Kohala – $1,591,500
- Median sales price of a single-family home in South Kohala – $897,500
- Median sales price of a condo in Kohala – $1,237,000
- YTD median sales price of a single-family home in North Kohala – $999,999
- YTD median sales price of a single-family home in South Kohala – $985,000
- YTD median sales price of a condo in Kohala – $1,180,000
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Kohala Market Overview for September 2025 – Key Takeaways
Q: How did single-family home sales perform on the Kohala Coast in September 2025 over last year?
- 28 single-family homes sold in September 2025, compared to just 3 in September 2024.
- North Kohala recorded 8 home sales (up from 1).
- South Kohala recorded 20 home sales (up from 2).
- The Kohala Coast Market Overview reveals a significant increase in sales activity across both regions.
Q: What did the Kohala Coast Market Overview reveal about the condo market?
- Condo sales saw a minor decline, with 14 units sold in September 2025, compared to 15 in September 2024.
- Despite the small dip, the condo market remains active with steady monthly movement.
Q: How do year-to-date sales compare with last year on the Kohala Coast?
- Kohala Coast total single-family home sales: 196 in 2025 vs. 169 in 2024.
- South Kohala: 141 homes sold in 2025 vs. 121 in 2024.
- North Kohala: 55 homes sold in 2025 vs. 48 in 2024.
- Condo sales declined from 146 units last year to 122 this year.
Q: What are the current median sales price trends in Kohala Coast for September 2025?
- North Kohala single-family median: $1,591,500 (up from $339,900 in 2024).
- This sharp rise reflects limited inventory and small sample size rather than a broad market surge.
- South Kohala single-family median: $897,500 (down from $1,082,500 in 2024).
- Kohala Coast condo median: $1,237,500 (slightly up from $1,200,000 in 2024).
Q: How do year-to-date median prices on Kohala Coast compare to last year?
- North Kohala single-family median: $999,999 (up 1.52% from $985,000 in 2024).
- South Kohala single-family median: $985,000 (down 7.51% from $1,065,000 in 2024).
- South Kohala condo median: $1,180,000 (up 9.77% from $1,075,000 in 2024).
Key Takeaways of the Kohala Coast Market Overview:
- Single-family home sales rose sharply on the Kohala Coast compared to last year.
- Condo sales held steady overall, with a slight year-over-year decline.
- Median prices show mixed results: strong gains in North Kohala, declines in South Kohala homes, and moderate increases in condos.
- Year-to-date trends confirm that 2025 remains ahead of 2024 in total single-family home volume, despite varied pricing movements.